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Master of Education Educational Leadership Concentration

Become a visionary school leader and community collaborator.
Saint Leo University’s Florida state-approved M.Ed. Educational
Leadership program is designed to assist you in achieving new
heights in your career as a principal or school administrator.

Our M.Ed. Educational Leadership program meets the continuing
education and professional development needs of Florida public and
private educators who hold K-12 certification.

Why choose Educational Leadership at Saint Leo?

As the first M.Ed. Educational Leadership program to be approved
by the State Department of Education in 2008, Saint Leo serves as a
model for educational leadership in the State of Florida.

Flexibility for the working professional

Wherever you are on your journey, Saint Leo will meet you there.
The M.Ed. Educational Leadership can be taken as a blended program
that combines traditional, in-person classes—with a variety of
delivery formats, including online options and video conferencing.
Most students complete the degree within two years.

Professional development opportunities

Field experience: In a supervised practicum,
complete school improvement projects that impact curriculum,
student achievement and the school's role within the community.
Gain skills in data analysis, school safety, school budgeting,
school law, communication and building community partnerships.

21st century classroom: Discover how to
enhance learning with technologies such as iPads, the MimioVote™
assessment system and interactive SMART Boards.

What can you do with a degree in Educational Leadership?

Principal

Assistant Principal

Interim Principal

Interim Assistant Principal

School District Administrator

Superintendent

Where are Saint Leo Education grads now?

Our students find success as certified teachers, principals and
administrators in school districts around Florida and outside of
the state, thanks to interstate agreements the Florida Department
of Education negotiates. The majority teach in Florida school
districts, including Pasco, Hillsborough and Marion.

Saint Leo graduates often assume leadership positions in their
schools—as team leaders and department chairs—within three to four
years of employment. Graduates consistently receive “Teacher of the
Year” and “Administrator of the Year” awards in their
districts.

Admission requirements

A special scholarship is available for M.Ed students.
Contact Graduate Admissions for more information.